May weather forecastAchchankulam, Sri Lanka
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Achchankulam, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.1°C (82.6°F) and 31.2°C (88.2°F).Temperature
Achchankulam marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), hardly different from April's 31.4°C (88.5°F). May nighttime temperatures in Achchankulam hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 28.1°C (82.6°F).Heat index
The heat index for May is evaluated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Achchankulam is 77%.Rainfall
In May, in Achchankulam, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout May, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.2 rainfall days, and 849mm (33.43") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Achchankulam is 12h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:26 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Achchankulam is 11.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in May: 31.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 28.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.9°C).
Average pressure in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in May: 1006.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1006.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in May: 26.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (32.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (15.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in May: 51mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (207mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (28mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and November (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in May: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in May
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).
